Month: May 2009
Diane Birch talks about being the daughter of a preacher man and the gay friends that changed her life forever
Diane Birch may be the only new artist this year that sounds like an old favorite yet possesses all the freshness and allure of a significant breakthrough talent. Bible Belt is only her first album, but critics have already compared her to such iconic talents as Carole King, Laura Nyro, Elton John, and Alicia Keys. Fan response has been equally overwhelming: a week before its official June 2nd release date, Bible Belt debuted at #13 on the iTunes Pop Album chart.
Fairfax High elects gay student prom queen, prompting discussion about gender roles
Sergio Garcia stood in the gymnasium and told the senior class at Fairfax High School not to worry: If he was elected, he wouldn’t wear a dress.
The Sounds and their ardent connection to the gay community
Powered by attitude, ambition, and adrenaline, The Sounds have earned an ardent global fan base with their frenzied live performances, applying punk-like provocation to a euphoria-inducing combination of soaring melodies, staccato guitar riffs, bubbling synths, and boisterous beats. On their new album, Crossing the Rubicon, the band—comprised of vocalist Maja Ivarsson; guitarist Felix Rodriguez; bassist Johan Bengsston; keyboardist Jesper Anderberg; and drummer Fredrik Nilsson—apply cunning hooks to intoxicating insolence, simultaneously honoring and defying every rock cliché in the book.
Homeless youth pride walk 2009
In May, 2009, Jill Hardman, Nicole Tomlin, and Chloe Michelle Noble are walking across the United States to raise awareness for the LGBTQ homeless youth epidemic in America.